How is Raw Living Spirulina processed?

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The Pure “Un-Process” of Raw Living Spirulina

Unlike processed spirulina powders that undergo destructive methods like spray-drying, ovens, or microwaves, Raw Living Spirulina remains in its whole, natural state, exactly as it’s grown. Our meticulous process ensures you receive the freshest, most nutrient-rich product possible.

Here’s how we cultivate and deliver our exceptional fresh spirulina:

1. Pure Water Cultivation: From Single Cell to Main Systems:
   We start our spirulina in our on-site lab, cultivating it from a single, perfect cell. Once this culture reaches peak health, we move it outside to our first-stage inoculum tanks, where it thrives under the Florida sun. When it hits maximum density, we transfer it to our second-stage inoculum tanks. These tanks are inside fully controlled, enclosed greenhouses and are supplied with pure water from a deep Florida aquifer. Once these second-stage cultures are strong and healthy, we use them to inoculate our main systems.
2. Nutrient Enrichment: We add specific, food-grade plant-based nutrients to nourish the growing spirulina.
3. Harnessing Sunlight: The spirulina thrives under the natural Florida sun, undergoing photosynthesis to grow and develop.
4. Gentle Harvesting: Each week, we carefully remove the fresh spirulina from the growing tanks using slow, gentle pumps. It then passes through Virto-Cuccolini’s vibrating sieving equipment. This specialized equipment is designed to protect the integrity of the spirulina cells, ensuring they remain whole and their nutrient content unchanged, unlike other harsher harvesting methods.
5. Chilled Rinsing: The spirulina is gently rinsed with chilled Reverse Osmosis water. This not only cleanses it but also rapidly lowers the live spirulina’s temperature to 41°F, effectively slowing down the cellular metabolism to preserve its freshness.
6. Pressing for Purity: We then gently press the spirulina to remove any excess rinse water.
7. Hand-Packed Freshness: The fresh, whole, live spirulina is carefully hand-packed into chilled glass jars.
8. Secure Packaging: Each jar is then placed into custom cooler boxes with ice bricks to maintain optimal temperature during transit.
9. Expedited Delivery: FedEx picks up your order and delivers it to you within 48 hours via FedEx’s 2-day express service. An overnight upgrade option is also available for even faster delivery.

This careful, step-by-step approach guarantees that Raw Living Spirulina reaches you in its most vibrant, natural form, packed with all its inherent goodness.